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FONS August Social
Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Wednesday, August 30, dinner at 5 pm. Dragonfly 55 Stony Hill Road Bethel, CT Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot.
Labor Day Pancake Breakfast and Parade Parking
Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CTBefore the parade, meet up with your people, fuel up with a great pancake breakfast, and get in the mood for a festive day. It’s just a 2-block walk to the Main Street parade route and you can park free for the day with a breakfast purchase. TIME: Arrive between 7:45 and 9:15 am. Breakfast […]
Newtown Labor Day Parade – Walk with us!
Please support our seniors by WALKING with Friends of Newtown Seniors Inc (FONS) in the Newtown Labor Day Parade. The parade route is about 1.5 miles over a 1 ½ to 2-hour time interval (10 am to noon. Parade line-up begins at 8 am). Sign up by leaving a message by August 25 at: [email protected] […]
Read to a Dog! Volunteer Opportunity
Mondays, September 11, and October 2 2 – 3 pm in the Periodicals Room at the C.H. Booth Library. Let's create more warmth and smiles together. Join fellow book lovers and adorable Newtown-Strong Therapy Dogs in the Periodicals Room of the CH Booth Library! All ages are welcome. Please register for September 11 and October […]
FONS Home Safety Presentation
Join FONS for a presentation on EASY and INEXPENSIVE ways to make your living space safer, more comfortable, and help prevent injuries from falls, based on AARP HomeFit Program guidelines. Refreshments and a copy of the AARP HomeFit Guide will be provided, as well as a safety gift. Please call the NYA at 203-426-0088, Ext. […]
Memory Café
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesA Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with changes in their memory and their care-partner(s) to come together. Join us at the library on the first Monday of the month, to connect with others over refreshments and an activity. This month join us for an armchair travel adventure to the Iberian Peninsula and […]
Theater Program for Older Adults
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesMondays from 3 – 4 pm in the Meeting Room of the C.H. Booth Library, starting on September 11. Participants will meet weekly and learn to write stories in script form, as well as practice performance techniques in order to act out their stories. In December there will be a staged production with invited guests […]
Red Cross Blood Drive
Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CTDid you know? You can donate blood every 56 days! Take an hour off to save a life! To schedule, please visit redcrossblood.org (enter 5320) or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Through September get a free haircut via emailed Sports Clips coupon and entry in 2024 NASCAR VIP trip! Plus, a free Red Cross t-shirt through […]
Local Author Program, John Boccuzzi
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United States"One God, One Goal,” by John Boccuzzi, President of FONS. The eighth local author presentation co-sponsored by FONS and the C.H. Booth Library Wednesday, September 20 5 - 7 PM Meeting Room C. H. Booth Library. You need to register for this event and will receive a free copy of the book (only 20 available) […]
Newtown Arts Festival
Fairfield Hills 3 Primrose Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesThe three-day outdoor art event focuses on bringing the community together to enjoy local talent in art, dance, music, and food. There is something for everyone with food, live performances and family areas that offer activities all weekend. For more information and tickets, please visit www.newtownartsfestival.com. Volunteers are needed! Please sign up if you’d like […]
Career Coach Classes – Intro To Excel
Edmond Town Hall 45 Main Street, Newtown, CTINTRO TO EXCEL These classes take place in the Career Coach, a mobile classroom on wheels! The Career Coach vehicle will be parked in the lot behind the Edmond Town Hall. All classes are offered twice per day from 10am-12pm, or 1-3pm. Classes that are scheduled on the same day are identical. To register: visit […]
FONS September Social
Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot. Sandbox Beach Grill 48 S. Main Street Newtown
Stuff-A-Truck Food Pantry Event
The Newtown Lions Club is planning a Stuff-A-Truck event in cooperation with the Big Y World Class Market and the US Army 411th Civil Affairs Battalion. The event benefits the Faith Food Pantry (Newtown), Hospitality Hall (Newtown), Daily Bread Food Pantry (Danbury), and the Bridgeport Rescue Mission in Bridgeport. Just come by the Big Y […]
Rocking the Hook – Free Concert
This year's event will feature great music from 3 local bands, food trucks, and a beer tent. There will be a bounce house, face painting, and special guests, the Newtown Strong Therapy Dogs. WPLR, the New Haven and Fairfield County's area biggest rock station, will be on site the day of the event. Further details […]
Memory Cafe
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesA Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with changes in their memory and their care-partner(s) to come together. Join us at the library on the first Monday of the month, to connect with others over refreshments and an activity. This month join us for some fall fun! We will craft, enjoy some seasonal […]
Healthy Aging, Healthy Living Expo for Caregivers and Seniors
FREE! Open to the community. Focusing on the needs of older adults, people with disabilities & caregivers, such as: · Lifestyle Tips · Aging Resources · Wellness Materials · Health Info & Resources · Resources for Caregivers · Screenings · Giveaways · Door Prizes · Healthy Snacks For more information, please visit GenHealth.org/SeniorExpo. Wednesday, October […]
FONS Oktoberfest
NewSylum Brewing Company 36 Keating Farms Avenue, Newtown, CTIncludes dinner of chicken schnitzel, red cabbage, spätzle, and dessert. Cash bar. Music provided by “Solid Gold Times Two.” Wednesday, October 4 (rain date October 11) 5 – 9 pm NewSylum Brewing Company 36 Keating Farms Avenue Newtown, CT 06470 Tickets are $30 per person You can purchase tickets by calling 203-430-0633 or 203-648-6905 or […]
The Extras of Public Access TV
Join a community of creatives at our WCCTV workshop! Learn about Western CT Community TV's studio and borrowing top-notch equipment. WCCTV is here to help you tell your story! Please register for the program.
Spooky Trivia Night
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesAre you a horror fan? A teller of ghost stories? A connoisseur of candy? Come show off your spooky knowledge and have a great time at the Library Trivia Night. Free drinks*- Fun prizes - Great times - Costumes welcome! Tickets are $25 per person. Register here. *Each participant will be issued two (2) drink […]
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimers
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesThis education program will be presented by the Alzheimer’s Organization and will cover the following: · The difference between normal aging and Alzheimer’s · Common warning signs · The importance of early detection and benefits of diagnosis · Next steps and expectations for the diagnostic process · Alzheimer’s Association resources Click here to reserve a […]
Take a Trip Back in Time to Connecticut during World War II
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesThe library will host Newtown author Sharon L. Cohen’s presentation, Connecticut Industries Unite for WWII Victory. Learn how statewide mills and manufacturing plants quickly faced challenges with major materials and labor shortages. How lives were saved and battles won by creating incredible innovations in months rather than years. Tuesday, October 17, at 2 pm in […]
Take a Trip Back in Time to Connecticut during World War II
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesThe library will host Newtown author Sharon L. Cohen’s presentation, Connecticut Industries Unite for WWII Victory. Learn how statewide mills and manufacturing plants quickly faced challenges with major materials and labor shortages. How lives were saved and battles won by creating incredible innovations in months rather than years. Tuesday, October 17, at 2 pm in […]
FONS Home Safety Presentation
Newtown Community Center 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CTJoin FONS for a presentation on EASY and INEXPENSIVE ways to make your living space safer, more comfortable, and help prevent injuries from falls, based on AARP HomeFit Program guidelines. Refreshments and a copy of the AARP HomeFit Guide will be provided, as well as a safety gift. Watch for details on how to reserve […]
Mississippi BBQ & Shrimp Boil
Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street, Newtown, CTOrder your choice of a fabulous eat-in or take-out Mississippi BBQ & Shrimp Boil meal. Eat-in between 5:30 and 8:00 PM; Take-outs at 6 pm. $25 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. Click here for more information or call 734-645-6909 or 203-426-9024. Saturday, October 21, at Newtown Congregational Church, 14 West St., […]
Career Coach Classes – Microsoft Word
Edmond Town Hall 45 Main Street, Newtown, CTMICROSOFT WORD These classes take place in the Career Coach, a mobile classroom on wheels! The Career Coach vehicle will be parked in the lot behind the Edmond Town Hall. All classes are offered twice per day from 10am-12pm, or 1-3pm. Classes that are scheduled on the same day are identical. To register: visit the […]
FONS October Social
Please note the new time. Join other seniors for dinner and conversation! Please RSVP to Janice Garten at 203-304-9196 to reserve a spot. Wednesday, October 25, 2023 4 pm Armando's 47 Stony Hill Road Bethel, CT
Red Cross Blood Drive
Did you know? You can donate blood every 56 days! Take an hour off to save a life! To schedule, please visit redcrossblood.org (enter 5320) or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Newtown Congregational Church 14 West Street Newtown Thursday, October 26 8 am - 3:30 pm
Newtown Health Fair
Reed Intermediate School 3 Trades Lane, Newtown, CTIt’s an all-free three-hour event; residents can drop by for a quick visit or stay for as long as they like. At the Fair, residents can experience interactive demonstrations and wellness treatments. There are numerous free drawings, gift certificates to many restaurants and eateries, and promotions from many of our local businesses. Through the Vaccines […]
Ghosts of Newtown’s Past
Matthew Curtiss House 44 Main Street, Newtown, CTJoin us for a candlelit tour as we lift the veil for the ghosts of Newtown’s past to share their story with us. This is a family event for all to experience some history in the dark, with a hint of light to guide us! There may be some tricks, but there will of course […]
Fall Book Donation Day
C. H. Booth Library 25 Main Street, Newtown, CT, United StatesVolunteers will be on hand to help you unload your vehicle and to provide tax receipts. In addition to new and gently used books, the Friends welcomes good-condition DVDs, CDs, LPS, video games, and complete jigsaw puzzles and board games. Books of antiquarian interest are also appreciated. The Friends cannot accept multi-volume encyclopedias, Time-Life Series […]